Hybrid

Combination of any two or more capture technologies or systems, to measure different degrees of freedom, extend range, or increase accuracy

Elements

Gyroscopes	3dof (Rotation)
SoniStrips, Discs	3dof (Position)
Cameras	6dof
Magnetic	6dof

Inition’s IS-900 installation at Durham University: Sonistrips shown angled in custom configuration
that extends capture range beyond technical specs while keeping accuracy to less than 1mm.

Gypsy4 Torso 360
Pros			Cons
	Covers weaknesses in single systems			Can be cumbersome to setup
	Extends Range			Technologies must be incorporated
	Increases accuracy			Capture may be more complex
	ICan be lower in cost
	Results in cleaner data

Hybrid systems currently on the market: (follow links for more info)

Intersense IS-900 Mark 2

6 DOF wide area, high precision tracking.

Ascension Hy-BIRD

Optical and inertial technologies fused into one compact tracking solution.

The IS-900 combines two affordable systems into one that has the benefits of accurate acoustic location and dependable gyroscopic orientation.

The Gypsy can also be combined with a magnetic sensor to pinpoint the location and orientation of the user in 3d space.

If you have any questions about motion capture systems then please call +44 (0)20 7613 5004 or email inition@inition.co.uk. We have a wide range of 3d screens available to view in our central London demo suite. Please contact us to arrange an appointment.